This study is for people aged 60 and above with a heart problem called mitral regurgitation (MR). MR happens when the mitral valve in the heart doesn't close tightly, causing blood to flow backward. The study compares two treatments: *transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER)*, which fixes the valve without major surgery, and surgical repair, which involves open-heart surgery. Both treatments aim to fix the valve and improve life quality.
The study will take place in the U.S., Canada, Germany, and the UK and will last 5 years. Patients will be checked for up to 10 years. It is for adults with severe MR who can have either TEER or surgery. TEER is still being studied, so it is not fully approved for everyone yet.
Key Points:- The study lasts for up to 10 years with regular follow-ups.
- Both TEER and surgical repair are possible treatments being compared.
- Participants must be adults with specific heart conditions to join.
This research will help find out which treatment is safer and more effective for people with MR.